Skyrim: Special Edition goes free to play this weekend for Xbox Live Gold members

Xbox Live Gold members can go hands-on with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition for free this weekend.

It's time to get your dragon shouts ready, folks: Skyrim is all set for a free play weekend on Xbox One. Xbox Live Gold members will be able to dive into Skyrim: Special Edition for free from today, September 7, through September 10.

The fifth entry in the Elder Scrolls saga takes players to the titular Skyrim to explore as a Dragonborn, someone bestowed with the soul of a dragon. Skyrim is basically a gaming classic at this point, packing the usual vast number of quests and freedom that the Elder Scrolls series is known for across an epic campaign. The Special Edition includes remastered lighting, art, and effects — all of which make the game look fantastic.

In addition, Skyrim special edition will be on sale for 50 percent off through September 18, dropping its price to $30. And as usual with free play weekends, your progress and achievements will carry over to the full game if you decide to buy it.